1957 BMW Isetta vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Nissan President is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1957 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 1524 kg more than 1957 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1999 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1957 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW Isetta | 1999 Nissan President | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Isetta | President |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 267 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 366 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 3040 mm |
